THE RENAISSANCE

THE RENAISSANCE

Liceo Scientifico I.S Majorana Arcoleo.

Wednesday May, 24Caltagirone.

English

The English Renaissance is characterized by the ''rebirth'' of art, literature, and philosophy, with important figures such as William Shakespeare and Sir Francis Bacon. During the Early Modern period, Europe saw significant developments in many fields, including science, philosophy, art, and politics.

Changing national frontiers

The English Renaissance is a period that lasted from the 15th to the 17th century, while the Early Modern period spanned from the 15th to the 18th century.

and the French Revolution. The Early Modern period saw the expansion of commerce and industry, and led to important changes in society and culture.

. The Early Modern period was marked by important events such as the Protestant Reformation, the English Revolution

History

Changing global perspectives

-The Renaissance had a profound impact on history, shaping various aspects of society and leaving a lasting legacy. Here is a concise summary of its impact:-Cultural Rebirth: The Renaissance sparked a cultural rebirth, renewing interest in the arts, literature, and sciences. It marked a shift from medieval traditions to a celebration of human potential and achievements.

-Intellectual Revolution: Renaissance thinkers questioned traditional beliefs and embraced new ideas. Humanism, with its focus on human values and classical learning, emerged as adominant intellectual movement, influencing education and philosophy. -Scientific Advancements: The Renaissance fostered significant scientific advancements. Scholars like Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton challenged existing notions of the universe.

Italian

Changes in the dissemination of information and idea.

During the English Renaissance, there were several significant changes in the dissemination of information and ideas. One such change was Gutenberg's invention of movable type printing, which revolutionized the world of printing. Printing allowed for the production of books on a large scale, allowing for a wider dissemination of texts and ideas. This led to greater literacy and access to knowledge, opening up new opportunities for learning and discussion.Another important innovation in the field of printing occurred with the opening of Aldo Manuzio's Aldine Press in Venice. Manutius introduced the concept of high-quality, paperback editions, making books more accessible to the public. His publishing activity had a significant impact on the dissemination of Italian literary works, including the classics of antiquity.

Philosophy

From geocentrism to heliocentrism and back

During the Middle Ages, the predominant view about the universe was geocentrism, the belief that the Earth was at the center of the universe and that all other celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and stars, revolved around it. This view was supported by the teachings of Aristotle and Ptolemy, and that the Church made it an article of faith in the 4th century.However, in the 16th century, Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus proposed a revolutionary theory that challenged this view. He suggested that the sun was the center of the universe and that the Earth and other planets revolved around it. This theory, known as heliocentrism, was later supported by Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, who used telescopes to observe the celestial bodies, which provided evidence supporting Copernicus's theory.

Science

From the mechanical to the bionic

The English Renaissance was a period of great intellectual and artistic fervor that extended into England during the 16th century. During this period, science began to flourish and greater emphasis was placed on observation and experimentation. Leonardo da Vinci, although of Italian descent, is considered a major protagonist of theEnglish Renaissance due to his lasting impact on art and science. His works, including his anatomies, had a great influence on the scientific progress of the time. Leonardo da Vinci's anatomical research was particularly significant. Through the dissection of human cadavers, Leonardo thoroughly studied the anatomy of the human body, managing to create detailed anatomical illustrations that have significantly contributed to the understanding of human anatomy. His works, such as the famous "Vitruvian Man", demonstrate his interest in the measurement and proportions of the human body. Furthermore, Leonardo da Vinci was a pioneer in the field of engineering and invention.

Maths

From Euclidean to non-Euclidean geometry

The Renaissance, a historical period spanning roughly from the 14th to the 16th century in Europe, had a significant impact on mathematics. During this period, there was a renewed interest in the arts, sciences and knowledge in general. Renaissance mathematicians expanded the mathematical knowledge of classical antiquity and helped develop new theories and methods. Here are some of the major effects of the Renaissance on mathematics:1) Restoration of Classical Mathematical Works: Renaissance scholars rediscovered and translated into Latin many mathematical works of antiquity, especially those of Greek mathematicians such as Euclid, Archimedes, and Diophantus. 2) Introduction of decimal numbers and notation systems: During the Renaissance, positional decimal notation was introduced and we still use it today.

Art

From the discovery to the breackdown of perspective

The Renaissance is an artistic period, and is characterized by the renewal of the artistic language, which includes architecture, sculpture and painting. English art was greatly influenced by the Italian Renaissance. Renaissance art originated in Florence the word perspective was used to indicate a set of projections on a plane of objects such that what has been drawn corresponds to real objects as we see them in space.

Picassos, interpret perspective differently, in fact in his paintings the images are made up of fragments of reality, all seen from different angles and mixed in a completely original synthesis. In the traditional perspective, the choice of a single point of view required the painter to look only at some faces of reality. This particular technique of his led him to obtain images of apparent incomprehensibility.

This project was made by:-Aymen Mhedhbi; -Salvo Malizia; -Falvio Attaguile; -Salvo Tasca; -Gabriele Gulizia; -Dario Rasà.